Paralegal Team Lead - Public Sector Litigation

State of Missouri; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

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Health insurance

Generous leave and holidays

Job summary

State of Missouri Division of Legal Services is seeking a Paralegal for the Kansas City Metro – Western Litigation Unit. The position supports attorneys in DSS legal matters, focusing on permanency including reunification, guardianship, and termination of parental rights/adoption.

The role requires leading a team of 2–9 legal assistants and frequent in-state travel. The position offers a semi-monthly and annual salary with benefits; travel is established, and the office is located at Fletcher

Qualifications

• Associate degree required or 5+ years legal experience
• Paralegal certification preferred
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat required

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of 2-9 legal assistants and provide complex legal support
• Conduct legal research and draft documents for hearings and trial
• Prepare for hearings and trial and communicate on behalf of attorneys
• Travel locally in-state 3–5 days per month for meetings with regional/ccentral offices

Skills

Legal research

Microsoft Word

Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Supervisory skills

Education

Associate degree

Paralegal certification

Tools

Word

Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

State of Missouri Division of Legal Services is seeking a Paralegal for the Kansas City Metro – Western Litigation Unit. The position supports attorneys in DSS legal matters, focusing on permanency including reunification, guardianship, and termination of parental rights/adoption.

The role requires leading a team of 2–9 legal assistants and frequent in-state travel. The position offers a semi-monthly and annual salary with benefits; travel is established, and the office is located at Fletcher